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• I am here today in support of AB 1665.
• California can be stronger and even more supportive of local educational agencies, as demonstrated by
• “I have not made up my mind on this proposal in terms of support or not support, but I do think this
• We strongly support this proposal.
• districts and supporting kids.

Keywords: 988, house, all

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• I'm the executive director of the Arizona Police Association, here in support of the bill.
• I'm the executive director of the Arizona Police Association, here in support of the bill.
• I'm hoping I can get your support on it.
• We are in strong support of HB 2270.
• Senator Sears, I support this bill, but I would like to explain my vote.

Bills: HB2134, HB2253, HB2270, HB2402, HB2404, HB2673, HB2941

Keywords: critical infrastructure, foreign adversaries, China, communications, security, law enforcement, disciplinary action, administrative appeals, investigative files, due process, retaliation, county seal, law enforcement authority, sheriff's posse, public safety, county governance, ambulance services, certificate of necessity, emergency medical services, state regulations

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• So Orange County Public Schools is waving in support.
• With that, I close and ask for your support. All right.
• I don't think this is supportive to our students, families, and teachers.
• I'm waving in support of the bill.
• And that is the bill, and I ask for everyone's favorable support.

Summary: The Appropriations Committee on Pre-K-12 Education met with a quorum and took up several education bills. SB 1150, by Senator Calatayud, was presented as a measure to help school districts retain school social workers by removing an exam requirement unrelated to the profession. With no questions or debate, the committee voted the bill favorably. The committee then moved to SB 1514, by Senator Smith, on anaphylaxis response in public schools. After adopting a delete-all amendment and a late-filed amendment clarifying FDA-approved epinephrine devices and weight-based dosing, the committee heard support from Orange County Public Schools and reported the bill favorably. The most extensive discussion centered on SB 1708, also by Senator Calatayud, which would expand Schools of Hope by broadening the definition of low-performing schools from those in the bottom 10% in both math and reading to those in the bottom 10% in either subject, and would authorize co-location of Schools of Hope in underused public school facilities. Senators questioned how co-location would work, who could enroll, how liability and contracts would be handled, and whether the bill would help the specific students most in need. Many public speakers opposed the bill, arguing it would strain already underfunded public schools, reduce space and resources, and unfairly favor charter operators. The sponsor said the bill would not reduce classroom space in use, would require contracts to address safety and liability, and would provide a net positive to districts through a $600-per-student facility payment plus associated funding. After debate from both supporters and skeptics, the committee reported the bill favorably. The committee also considered CS for SB 822, by Senator Rodriguez, which would give charter schools more autonomy over governance and operations, including deadlines, enrollment caps, student conduct policies, and data sharing. The Florida Charter School Alliance supported the bill, arguing it would create parity and reduce burdens on charter schools, while committee members pressed the witness on claims of district “harassment” and the basis for those concerns. The bill was reported favorably after a roll call vote. At the end of the meeting, members recorded votes on prior tabs, thanked staff, and adjourned.

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• Okay, I would support yours.
• I um I would support yours. I was Okay. I um I would support yours.
• I will support re-refer. Okay. And good. I will support re-refer. Okay.
• </c> full support of this project? Any idea? full support of this project? Any idea?
• motion</c> Um I'll support I'll support the motion Um I'll support I'll support the motion for<00:43

Keywords: 1191, senate, all

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• First of all, thank you for your support.
• So thank you for your support so that we can continue to do that.
• Thank you for your continued support.
• DOJ is certainly supportive of the first.
• Through VOCA-supported programs, survivors are able to access safety planning, mental health support,

Summary: The Senate Budget Subcommittee on Corrections, Public Safety, Judiciary, Labor, and Transportation heard updates from the Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and the Department of Justice. Cal OES Acting Director Tina Curry described the department’s proposed budget, disaster response and recovery work, Los Angeles wildfire recovery, FEMA reimbursement delays, hazard mitigation grant applications, planning for major events like the FIFA World Cup and LA28 Olympics, and the state’s next generation 911 priorities. Senators raised concerns about Operation Stonegarden, small-disaster recovery delays, FEMA reimbursement timing, VOCA funding, and the need for more detailed reporting on federal grants and recovery costs. The committee then focused on Next Generation 911. Cal OES staff said the current regional deployment encountered call-routing and transfer failures, leading the department to pause further rollout and propose a new phased plan centered on a statewide provider, followed by an open procurement for a long-term vendor. They said the plan is intended to improve reliability, simplify architecture, and support Los Angeles-area PSAPs ahead of the Olympics, with a target of full statewide transition by summer 2030. The Legislative Analyst’s Office urged the Legislature to pause major changes until it receives more information, including a clearer explanation of the problems, alternatives considered, costs, cybersecurity and privacy issues, and oversight needs. Members expressed mixed views, with some supporting a joint oversight hearing and requesting quarterly fiscal reports and monthly progress updates. The Department of Justice then presented its overall workload, emphasizing public safety enforcement, fentanyl and human trafficking prosecutions, housing enforcement, civil rights work, and extensive federal litigation against the Trump administration. DOJ said the additional federal accountability work has significantly increased staffing and overtime demands, though it has hired 44 additional employees. The committee also heard DOJ’s firearms workload proposal, including funding for SB 704 implementation, continued firearms IT modernization, and a proposed shift of Bureau of Firearms costs to the General Fund. The LAO recommended using special funds and loans instead of ongoing General Fund support where possible, and asked DOJ to develop a framework by January 2027 for determining which firearms and ammunition workload should be supported by fee revenue. The Department of Finance largely agreed with the need for SB 704 funding but disagreed with the LAO’s proposed loan approach for the firearms account.

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• First of all, thank you for your support.
• So thank you for your support so that we can continue to do that.
• So thank you for your support so that we can continue to do that.
• Thank you for your continued support.
• We also support the VOCA funding that was referenced before.

Summary: The committee heard an overview from Cal OES on disaster response, LA wildfire recovery, federal FEMA reimbursements, security monitoring, and the state’s 911 transition. Cal OES said its budget supports disaster preparedness and recovery, including ongoing work in Los Angeles, where it reported about 700 FEMA public assistance applications totaling roughly $1.2 billion and about $545 million in state wildfire response and recovery funding already allocated under AB 100. Members pressed for more detail on FEMA delays, hazard mitigation grants, federal event planning, and the status of Operation Stonegarden, while also raising concerns about small-disaster recovery, federal shutdown impacts, and the need for more timely reporting. A major portion of the hearing focused on Next Generation 911. Cal OES described problems with the current regional deployment, especially call-routing and transfer failures, and said it now plans to shift to a statewide provider as an interim step, then run an open procurement for a long-term vendor. The agency said it expects to execute a bridging contract in the coming weeks, release an RFP in the second quarter of 2026, award a long-term contract in the fall, begin transitioning Los Angeles-area PSAPs ahead of the 2028 Olympics, and complete statewide migration by summer 2030. The LAO urged the Legislature to pause further implementation until it has more information on the problems, alternatives, costs, privacy/security issues, and oversight needs, and recommended quarterly and monthly reporting if the project proceeds. Several senators echoed concerns about cost, redundancy, cybersecurity, and whether the statewide model could create new risks, and the chair said she would pursue a joint oversight hearing with the Emergency Management Committee and seek input from the State Auditor. The Department of Justice then presented its overall workload and budget pressures. DOJ highlighted its work on fentanyl enforcement, human trafficking, firearms recovery, housing enforcement, consumer protection, environmental and civil rights litigation, and a large federal litigation workload, saying it has filed 59 lawsuits against the Trump administration and won most of them. DOJ said the added federal cases and other mandates have strained existing staff, though 44 additional hires have been made. Members praised DOJ’s work on immigration, housing, and federal accountability, and asked for more information on detention facilities and staffing. The committee also reviewed DOJ’s firearms-related budget proposals. DOJ requested funding for continued firearms IT modernization, implementation of SB 704 on firearm barrels, and a temporary shift of Bureau of Firearms costs to the General Fund. The LAO supported the IT modernization request but recommended funding SB 704 from the Dealer’s Record of Sale Special Account, with startup costs covered by a loan from the Firearm Safety and Enforcement Special Fund, and suggested limiting the General Fund shift to one year and treating it as a loan. The LAO also asked DOJ to develop a framework by January 10, 2027, for deciding which firearm and ammunition workload should be supported by fee revenue rather than the General Fund.

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• Thank you. you're here to support her B today you're here to support her B today please<00:15:10.600>
• Are you in support? In support, thank you.
• In support, thank you.
• </c><00:58:16.280><c> brief</c> Madame speaker in strong support brief Madame speaker in strong support
• The motion is carried. speaker representative Souza in support speaker representative Souza in support

Keywords: 910, house, all

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• Miss Baker Olson said the guardian ad litem program supports IA.
• Miss Baker Olson said that the guardian ad litem program supports IA.
• Miss Baker Olson said the guardian ad litem program supports IA.
• The guardian ad litem program supports IA.
• The board has been part of conversations and supported APBA.

Keywords: 1183, house

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• the war in Ukraine, supporting Iran and its support of terrorism around the world.
• Support the President, his vision, and his agenda.
• I think those are things that all Americans agree on and support.
• Do you support that act? Thank you.
• At the same time, we know that, you know, China has been supporting Russia.

Keywords: committee meeting, bill discussions, nomination, David Perdue, Monica Crawley, U.S.-China relations, foreign policy

Summary: The meeting of the committee was marked by significant discussions regarding various bills, including HB22 and SB5. A notable moment was the introduction of nominees Senator David Perdue and Ms. Monica Crawley, which led to discussions on the implications of their roles, particularly in relation to U.S.-China relations and foreign policy. Members exchanged views on the nominees' qualifications, emphasizing the importance of leadership in foreign diplomacy. Additionally, the committee heard testimonies from several witnesses both supporting and opposing certain bills, showcasing the diverse perspectives present.

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• Help us to demonstrate love for your people. Thank you for your goodness even when we're not good.
• Lord, continue to protect us and continue to show us the way to display and demonstrate love in action
• Help us to demonstrate love for your Help us to demonstrate love for your people. people. people.
• </c><00:01:56.920><c> love</c><00:01:57.560><c> in</c> to display and demonstrate love in to display
• and demonstrate love in action.<00:01:58.920><c> In</c><00:01:59.160><c> Jesus</c><00:01:59.760><c> name

Keywords: MS House Floor - 23 March, 2026; 4:00 PM, 925, all

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• First of all, thank you for your support.
• So thank you for your support so that we can continue to do that.
• Thank you for your continued support.
• Supported program survivors are able to access safety planning, mental health support, and critical resources
• We also support the VOCA funding that was referenced before.

Keywords: 987, senate, all

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• We recommend ongoing funding to support community-based organizations that provide critical support to
• I think we are mainstreaming evil here, and it's supported by data.
• In 2020, with the social justice protests... ...supported by data.
• Being in community demonstrates a commitment to showing up for one another anyway.
• We need support.

Summary: The Select Committee on Hate, Racism, and Xenophobia heard opening remarks framing hate crimes as a growing threat to civil rights and democracy, with particular concern about online radicalization, political scapegoating, and attacks on protected communities. The California Department of Justice presented its 2025 hate crimes report, noting 1,955 reported hate crime events in 2025, a 3.4% decline from 2024 but still historically elevated. DOJ said race and ethnicity remained the largest category, with anti-Black bias the most frequently reported, anti-Hispanic/Latino bias rising sharply, and religion-, gender-, sexual orientation-, and gender identity-based incidents remaining significant. The California Commission on the State of Hate said its research shows hate is broader than official crime data, with millions of Californians experiencing hate incidents and many victims needing mental health, legal, financial, and other services beyond law enforcement. Committee members and witnesses discussed the causes of hate, especially social media radicalization, misinformation, and the role of public rhetoric. Testimony emphasized that online content moderation has weakened, that young men are often heavily radicalized online, and that state policy should focus on education, data collection, law enforcement training, and community-based prevention. The committee also discussed prior and current legislation aimed at hate prevention and training, and witnesses urged stronger data-sharing, permanent research infrastructure, and better support for victims and frontline organizations. A second panel of community organizations described impacts on their communities and asked for targeted policy responses. The NAACP highlighted rising anti-Black hate and the need for sustainable funding and better reporting; LULAC emphasized fear tied to ethnicity and immigration status and called for multilingual outreach and solidarity; Jewish California described rising antisemitism, support for AB 715 and AB 2664, and the need to recognize Jewish ethnicity in state law; CHIRLA urged stronger oversight of immigration enforcement and detention, plus legal services and know-your-rights programs; Asian Americans Advancing Justice focused on language access, historical erasure, safety, and opportunity; CAIR California cited a sharp rise in anti-Muslim hate, the San Diego mosque shooting, and called for fair security funding and stronger civil rights protections; and Equality California described continued attacks on LGBTQ+ people and asked for privacy, health care, and anti-discrimination protections. No formal votes were taken; the hearing concluded with public comment and closing remarks emphasizing solidarity and continued legislative action.

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• I know you all support this.
• Do we know why the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce sent in support of the bill?
• Do we know why the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce sent in support of the bill?
• While there are some members that may support this, we've heard from so many people about supporting
• supporting the county sheriffs of Arizona.

Keywords: 1182, all

Summary: The caucus reviewed a long list of bills and resolutions, with staff giving brief descriptions and members flagging which items were on consent, had unanimous committee votes, or should be pulled for further discussion. Topics included education, health care, public safety, labor, water, taxation, housing, and elections. Several measures were noted as party-line or mixed votes, while many others were reported as unanimous and placed on third-read or consent calendars. Among the more discussed items were bills on school and labor policy, including a proposal to prohibit teacher strikes, a measure restricting school district bond actions, a bill requiring school safety protocols and assigning felony penalties for noncompliance, and a resolution limiting public money for labor organization activities. Members also raised concerns or requested further review on bills involving pharmacist testing authority, expired opioid antagonists, a county sheriff-related measure, a housing affordability district proposal, and a tobacco/vape regulation bill. Some measures were explicitly pulled from consent, including a Medicaid audit resolution, a budget-related pay-withholding resolution, and several education and public safety bills. The caucus also heard multiple health and human services measures, such as genetic counselor licensing, nursing board and pharmacy board continuations, foster care rights, psychiatry access funding, and free school meals. In addition, there were water and energy bills on Colorado River management, groundwater, transmission-line review, and renewable energy valuation, plus election and campaign-related proposals. The meeting ended with announcements, including an upcoming Colorado River breakfast briefing and an internal award recognizing Representative Brian Garcia, followed by adjournment.

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• I just want to demonstrate that...
• We're trying to surround them with the best support we can.
• How can we not support them?
• We also need some instructional design support.
• We have deep support for our students.

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• </c> audible demonstrations are not allowed. audible demonstrations are not allowed.
• This has unanimous support.
• There is no is supportive of of it.
• </c><00:21:26.560><c> from</c> appears to have bipartisan support from appears to have bipartisan support
• Thank would ask for support for that.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• So what I'm gathering is you support the study route. Well, very honestly, sir, I support both.
• I think there's studies out there that support both. I noted Dr.
• And I truly am in support of this. It will save—I have seen it has saved... ...in support of this.
• We didn't have a full description, but you need that kind of support.
• I'm here to support Bill 1643. My name is Amanda D. Martini.

Keywords: 959, house, all

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• In addition, Ada County plans and child support calculations.
• When we can bring support people, when a parent can bring a support person or a guardian from bringing
• a support person, is there any limitation on that within this bill?
• I'm here to support House Bill 615.
• But I am in support of this bill.

Summary: The Idaho Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee began with introductions of a new page and visiting family members, then unanimously approved the minutes from February 19, 2026. The committee heard presentations from court administrators on court assistance offices, family court services, and treatment courts. Testimony described services for self-represented litigants, family law support, mediation and fee assistance, and the structure and outcomes of treatment courts. Members asked questions about recidivism, sanctions, and court procedures, and one line of questioning about child interviews in family cases was cut short because of pending legislation in that area. The committee then took up House Bill 692, which would expand access to child protection hearings and create a rebuttable presumption for attendance by children, relatives, foster parents, fictive kin, service providers, and legislators unless the judge finds exclusion appropriate. The sponsor and advocates said the bill would improve transparency and allow children and caregivers to be heard; opponents raised concerns about overbreadth, confidentiality, and the inclusion of legislators and broad categories of service providers. After discussion, the committee rejected a motion to send the bill directly to the floor and instead approved a substitute motion to send it to general orders by a 15-1 vote. Next, House Bill 23, a House rule change for procedures during a call of the house, was explained as allowing members and staff access to offices and restrooms while still requiring attendance and voting. It passed unanimously. House Bill 683, concerning sex offender residency definitions and removing a care-facility exemption near schools or daycares, also passed unanimously after testimony from the sponsor and a sheriff. House Bill 684, shifting transport costs for escaped state prisoners from counties to the state, passed unanimously as well. Finally, House Bill 615, which would add religious gatherings and houses of worship to the disturbing-the-peace statute, drew both support and constitutional concerns about vagueness and First Amendment issues; it passed the committee 9-2 and was sent to the floor.

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• Coast Guard only has two, and the Navy has zero, thanks to the bipartisan support of this committee,
• But we can also support the expansion of tourism and infrastructure with airports, roads, and hotels.
• NSF has an important mission of supporting the U.S. research enterprise and fostering U.S.
• NSF's support of research facilities also establishes a U.S. presence in the Arctic and demonstrates
• The Polar Institute stands ready to support Congress's efforts through our research and analysis.

Keywords: Greenland, acquisition, national security, Arctic, geopolitical, China, Russia, icebreakers, trade routes

Summary: The meeting convened by the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation focused on the potential acquisition of Greenland by the United States. This issue, first raised by President Trump in 2019, has gained renewed significance amidst shifting global dynamics and the strategic importance of Greenland in relation to transatlantic trade routes and national security. The members discussed the geopolitical implications of Greenland's position, especially given the increasing influence of China and Russia in the Arctic region. Notably, the urgency to address military presence and icebreaker capabilities in the Arctic was a major point of contention, with a call for a new fleet to counter foreign dominance in the area.

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• </c> support that as well. support that as well.
• </c> support of Senate File 4388. support of Senate File 4388.
• </c> for your support of Senate file 2975. for your support of Senate file 2975.
• </c> supportive research. supportive research.
• </c> systems without additional support. systems without additional support.

Keywords: 1187, senate, all

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• </c><00:23:48.559><c> it</c> room should hopefully support it room should hopefully support it regardless
• </c> committee to support SB 623. Thank you. committee to support SB 623. Thank you.
• </c> support this uh 3 to one. support this uh 3 to one.
• </c><02:56:50.640><c> So,</c> demonstrating or proving things. So, demonstrating or proving things.
• You haven't demonstrated anything.

Keywords: 1191, senate, all